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Brandon W. Barnett
Lubbock DWI Attorney
Payne, Powell, Truitt and Chandler
13033 Quaker Ave
Lubbock, TX 79423
Phone: 806-368-8712
Website: tpaynelaw.com/practice-areas/criminal-defense/

About Brandon W. Barnett
Brandon Barnett is a seasoned trial attorney known for his adept handling of complex, high-stakes cases. His practice encompasses DWI (driving while intoxicated), felony criminal defense, Title IX student representation, and military defense matters. A proud alumnus of Texas Tech University, Brandon earned both his undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor there before obtaining a Master of Laws (LLM) in Litigation from the prestigious George Washington University Law School. In addition to his civilian career, Brandon serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Marine Corps Reserve, where he holds the role of judge advocate. His military legal experience is extensive, having served as a military judge, prosecuting attorney, defense counsel, and law of war attorney during combat operations in Iraq. Brandon’s exceptional skill has earned him a stellar reputation in both military and civilian legal spheres, consistently securing favorable outcomes for his clients. His expertise has been repeatedly honored with accolades such as Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine and Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine. A sought-after speaker, Brandon frequently shares his insights at Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events nationwide, covering topics like trial strategy, special needs defense, and military law.
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